Description

Study human disease using laboratory skills in this fascinating degree, with placement opportunities for experience in industry.

Biomedical Science is the study of human disease, looking at the causes of disease and the effect on the normal structure and functions of the human body. Biomedical scientists perform key roles in the NHS and private healthcare services, using scientific knowledge and laboratory skills to diagnose patients.

All students who register for the 3 year Biomedical Science degree programme will have the opportunity to transfer to the award title of Biomedical Science (with placement) during Year 2 of study.

Both our 3 year and 4 year programmes are accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), the professional body for Biomedical Scientists. If you transfer to the Biomedical Science (with placement) programme and undertake an NHS placement, you can train to become a Biomedical Scientist. Following successful completion of your IBMS portfolio during the NHS placement and completion of your degree, you will be issued with a Certificate of Competence and may register as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

During your studies, you will investigate the processes involved in healthy individuals, along with diagnosis and treatment of human diseases. You will have an excellent learning experience in a small cohort of students (below 50 per year), in a student-centred environment in the heart of the beautiful city of York. You will spend lots of time in our purpose built laboratories that host practical classes for 15-20 students. The laboratories contain contemporary and high specification laboratory equipment for you to use throughout your studies. In addition to regular practical classes, you will be supported by further opportunities to perfect your academic skills and laboratory techniques. We will help you to develop your discipline specific skills, research skills and personal transferable skills to prepare you for a range of careers after graduation.

We look forward to welcoming you to York St John University to begin your scientific career.